The problem stems from first-row seating that may have been manufactured with improperly torqued fasteners. These fasteners attach the seat back to the seat bottom.
In some cases, the fasteners may be:
This could cause:
- A rattle sound
- The seat to detach from its base
This is a critical safety issue. A seat back that is not properly anchored could detach during operation. This would leave the driver or passenger **unsupported**. It significantly increases the risk of an accident.
Thankfully, no incidents related to this issue have been reported to date.